BE THE INVESTMENT THAT FUELS WKU STUDENT-ATHLETES

Your donation matters

Donations through the Hilltopper Athletic Foundation go to support the overall experience for the student-athletes who represent WKU. Funds generated through HAF go to help offset scholarship funding and support the general operating budget of WKU Athletics.”

While it is true that support of the HAF offers an opportunity for priority seating, access to premium amenities & parking, and other special perks, as an investor in our Foundation, it is about more than just the benefits. Your support allows our students to be true ambassadors for the University – competing as CHAMPIONS in the classroom and in competition!

Investing in our student athletes

WKU Athletics prides itself on being the front porch to the University. Teams provide national visibility to our institution, enhance the collegiate experience, and impact our community.

Your investment in the HAF helps fund:

Student-Athlete Scholarships- tuition, room & board

Academic and Career
Development Support

Coaches &
Administrative Support

Program
Operations

Facility Enhancements
/ Upgrades

Cost of
Attendance

The Cost of Excellence

Donations through the Hilltopper Athletic Foundation go to support the overall experience for the student-athletes who represent WKU. The cost of the student-athlete experience at WKU has risen over thirty four percent in the past five years. Your support matters in delivering a world-class experience to our students and allowing them to give their best in competition and the classroom!

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tuition and fees

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Out-of-state tuition

$0

room and board

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books and supplies

$0

equipment

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medical insurance

average student-athlete cost

$24,546 - $39,856

Why your support matters

With support from the state lower than ever, every gift allows us to continue our success and gives the experience of a Western Kentucky University education to our deserving student-athletes. Falling well below the Conference USA averages for budget and student-fee allocation, WKU student-athletes have outperformed all other schools in the conference by bringing home 24 Conference USA titles since joining the league in 2014.

conference usa operating budgets by schools

Avg: $27,526,826

conference usa student activity fees by schools

Avg: $9,303,203​

(Two universities do not receive funds via student fees.)

conference usa championships by school since wku joined c-usa in july 2014

Avg: 9

“Without obtaining a scholarship to WKU, I would have never been able to have such amazing experiences, meet so many great people, and accomplish so many things. The Hilltopper Athletic Foundation gave me the opportunities of a lifetime on the course and in the classroom. The ability to graduate debt-free will benefit me the rest of my life, and I am so thankful and proud to be a WKU student-athlete.”

Mary Joiner Junior, Lady Topper Golf

“Coming to WKU to further both my education and softball career has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Thanks to the support of the Hilltopper Athletic Foundation members, I’ve had an opportunity that some people only dream of. Western Kentucky University will be a place I call home long after my four years on campus.”

Jordan ThomasSoftball

“Having the opportunity to play here at WKU means the world to me, and it would not have been possible without support from members of the Hilltopper Athletic Foundation members. Being able to have a strong four-year education in addition to playing college basketball was one of the main reasons I decided to become a Lady Topper, and I am proud to represent WKU Athletics on the court, in the classroom and in the community.”

Sherry PorterLady Topper basketball

“Being an international student, having a scholarship funded by the Hilltopper Athletic Foundation and its members has made it possible for me to attend WKU and have some of the best experiences of my life. Every time that we are on the field, I am thankful to be able to represent WKU alongside my coaches and teammates. Without the Foundation’s support, none of this would have been possible.”

Aleksandra KozovicLady Topper soccer

“The opportunity to play college football at the highest level while also earning my college degree is a blessing afforded to me thanks to the members of the Hilltopper Athletic Foundation. Without their contributions, many of the opportunities we have as student-athletes would not be possible.”

Seth JoestFootball

“If I didn’t receive a scholarship I would only be able to attend WKU for one or two years because it would be difficult to pay all four years without any scholarship money. Honestly, I would probably be back in Owensboro right now working if it wasn’t for my scholarship. I’m grateful for the opportunity to attend WKU and play baseball here.”

Ray Zuberer IIIBaseball

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